Lake Woodrow Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Woodrow Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00064 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE WOODROW INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Woodrow Dam?
Lake Woodrow Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Woodrow Dam?
Lake Woodrow Dam is owned by LAKE WOODROW INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Woodrow Dam built?
Lake Woodrow Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Woodrow Dam?
Lake Woodrow Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Woodrow Dam?
Lake Woodrow Dam has a dam height of 15 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Woodrow Dam last inspected?
Lake Woodrow Dam was last inspected on November 9, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.